The Expository Writing course aims to produce proficient writers who are able to communicate and express their thoughts in the written form. They will be able to present their stand and arguments clearly and persuasively as well as provide evidence and justification which are logical and reliable. Appropriate writing style is also included to produce writers who can present information to different audiences and for specific purposes. Grammar and vocabulary are integrated into the writing tasks.
Course Objectives
By the end of the semester, students should be able to:
C01 Construct grammatically correct sentences to form coherent and cohesive paragraphs.
C02 Understand and apply organizational principals to effectively outline information and ideas.
C03 Evaluate ideas, opinions and arguments.
C04 Adapt writing goals and styles to various audiences to achieve appropriate writing style and content.
C05 Use editing and revising techniques to improve writing quality.
C06 Utilize language software (TMM) for writing practice and vocabulary expansion.
Assessment Methods
Assessment 1: Technical Description Writing project 25%
Assessment 2: Compare and Contrast Writing project 25%
Assessment 3: Argumentative Writing Final project 40%
Assessment 4: Self Access : Tell Me More10%
Course Code and Name
UHL 4022 Expository Writing
Course Synopsis
The Expository Writing course aims to produce proficient writers who are able to communicate and express their thoughts in the written form. They will be able to present their stand and arguments clearly and persuasively as well as provide evidence and justification which are logical and reliable. Appropriate writing style is also included to produce writers who can present information to different audiences and for specific purposes. Grammar and vocabulary are integrated into the writing tasks.
Course Objectives
By the end of the semester, students should be able to:
C01 Construct grammatically correct sentences to form coherent and cohesive paragraphs.
C02 Understand and apply organizational principals to effectively outline information and ideas.
C03 Evaluate ideas, opinions and arguments.
C04 Adapt writing goals and styles to various audiences to achieve appropriate writing style and content.
C05 Use editing and revising techniques to improve writing quality.
C06 Utilize language software (TMM) for writing practice and vocabulary expansion.
Assessment Methods
Assessment 1: Technical Description Writing project 25%
Assessment 2: Compare and Contrast Writing project 25%
Assessment 3: Argumentative Writing Final project 40%
Assessment 4: Self Access : Tell Me More 10%